Theresa Paris
La Grange Park,IL
Summary
Innovative professional adept at managing up to 30 students between ages 4 to 80 while cultivating a productive atmosphere. Successful at monitoring growth through creative assessments and creating detailed lesson plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Art Instructor
Self Employed Services
La Grange Park, IL
10.2018 - Current
- Encourage creativity by introducing new ideas and concepts through discussions and critiques.
- Utilize diverse teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations and hands-on activities to reach different types of learners.
- Advise students on how to market their artwork for exhibitions or sales opportunities.
- Motivate students by setting achievable goals that challenged them to think outside the box.
- Assist students in developing portfolios for college applications or professional purposes.
- Evaluate student artwork on a regular basis to ensure progress towards mastery of skills.
Art Instructor
Riverside Arts Center
Riverside, IL
06.2013 - 02.2022
- Conducted regular demonstrations of advanced art techniques to inspire more experienced students.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Displayed students' work in galleries and exhibitions to acknowledge creative pieces and boost student confidence.
- Organized classroom supplies and materials for easy access during lessons.
- Motivated students to reach their highest potential by setting achievable goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Marketing
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06-2007
Skills
- Fine Arts Proficiency
- Public and Private Education Knowledge
- Strategy Development
- Curricula Planning
- Assignment Evaluation
- Course Materials Preparation
- Artistic Technique Demonstration
- Lectures and Discussions
- Goal Setting
- Microsoft Office
- Database Management Software
- Public Speaking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Critical Thinking
- Presentation Skills
Affiliations
- 10 years volunteer experience as a Early Childhood Docent at the Chicago Zoological Society
Accomplishments
- Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Timeline
Private Art Instructor
Self Employed Services
10.2018 - Current
Art Instructor
Riverside Arts Center
06.2013 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Marketing
DePaul University
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